Associate Deputy Commissioner of Boards & Policy

About the Organization:

The Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL), an agency within the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR), protects consumers by making sure the professionals they hire comply with state licensing laws. DOL oversees 26 boards of registration, which license and regulate more than 500,000 individuals and businesses to practice over 100 trades and professions. DOL also licenses and regulates the Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI), and the Office of Private Occupational Schools.

The mission of DOL is to protect the public health, safety and welfare by licensing qualified individuals and businesses to provide services to consumers. In addition, it is the duty of the DOL to ensure fair and consistent enforcement of the licensing laws and regulations. DOL seeks to promote consumer protection, a fair and competitive marketplace, and education and outreach.

The Division of Occupational Licensure is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency. The Division of Occupational Licensure values inclusiveness and diversity within their employee and management teams. Within our community we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

The Division of Occupational Licensure is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens.

About the Role:

The Associate Deputy Commissioner of Boards and Policy (“ADC”) works with the Deputy Commissioner of Boards, Operations and Policy to carry out his/her overall duties and responsibilities in meeting the Agency’s mission. Specifically, the ADC works in conjunction with the other ADC of Boards and Policy and they oversee: the operations and public policy activities of the majority of DOL’s licensing boards, this includes public safety licensing, the original REG boards and the Office of Private Occupational School Education.  Additionally, the ADC oversees policy development on behalf of the Agency and coordinates external affairs inquiries and initiatives, on behalf of those boards.  The ADC functions as an agent for the Deputy Commissioner of Boards, Operations and Policy and the Commissioner, and assists them in carrying out their overall duties and responsibilities in meeting the Agency’s mission.  In addition, the ADC manages the transition and implementation of new boards and programs at the Agency that fall within his/her portfolio.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Direct Oversite and management of most of the Licensing Boards and the Office of Private Occupational Schools: Manage and provide support for the Executive Directors ("ED") in charge of each Administrative licensing unit. Overseeing the licensing operation of those boards. Monitor and review board priorities and accomplishments, ensuring they are aligned with the goals of DOL and the Administration. Address and strategically advise on board-specific issues. Understand pertinent KPI’s, run reports to assist in management, and to provide Senior Management with important information and progress. Assist the Agency with creating proper processes and documentation for the units. Provide assistance with assuring effective